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Man shot in Jacksonville lounge

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Wednesday shooting inside a Northside lounge that put one man in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers responded to the Gate Liquors & Lounge at 9929 Lem Turner Road about 9:20 p.m. after reports that shots were fired, said Officer Tony Batrous.

Batrous said multiple shots were fired inside the lounge after an altercation and the victim was taken to a hospital in non-life-threatening condition.

Police believe there was only one shooter but do not have a description, Batrous said.

Anyone with information about this shooting can contact the Sheriff’s Office at (904) 630-0500 or First Coast Crime Stoppers at (866) 845-8477 (845-TIPS) to remain anonymous and be eligible for rewards. Or email JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org or rewards@fccrimestoppers.com.